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Cruise tips that sound strange but really work

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πŸ‘οΈ 218K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 9:20

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Editorial Summary

The creator shares several unconventional cruise tips specifically for Royal Caribbean passengers that may seem counterintuitive but offer practical benefits. One suggestion is to order multiple entrees in dining rooms because portion sizes are often smaller than on land and the cost is included in the fare. For cabin comfort, the creator recommends splitting the royal king bed into two twin beds to create more walking space in inside cabins. Another tip involves staying on the ship during port days to enjoy less crowded pools and attractions. To improve organization, the creator advises using heavy duty magnetic hooks to hang items on the metal cabin walls. To assist crew members, passengers are encouraged to take photos of name tags to ensure accurate recognition in post-cruise surveys. Finally, the creator advises against using the Royal Up program to bid for cabin upgrades. This recommendation is based on the risk of being assigned a cabin in a poor location, such as one with an obstructed view or excessive noise, since the passenger has no control over the specific room assigned if a bid is accepted.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Solid Strip
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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Let's walk past the first set of elevators to the next set.

In almost every restaurant on Royal Caribbean ships, you're welcome to order more than one entree.

Most Royal Caribbean state rooms come with a royal king bed that can be separated into two twin beds upon request.

Staying on board during a port day allows you to take advantage of significantly less crowds.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Order multiple entrees in main dining room to sample dishes and avoid hunger.
βœ“Split beds in inside cabins to create more walkway space and easier access to cabinets.
βœ“Stay on the ship during port days to enjoy less crowded pools and attractions.
βœ“Bring heavy-duty magnetic hooks to use on metal cabin walls for extra storage.
βœ“Take photos of crew member name tags to remember names for post-cruise surveys.
βœ“Avoid bidding for cabin upgrades through Royal Up due to lack of control over cabin location.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ordering multiple entrees feels unnatural. β€” It's common on cruises; entree sizes are smaller, and it's encouraged by waiters.
Splitting beds might not be conducive to sleeping. β€” It opens up the room and makes accessing cabinets easier.
Skipping ports might feel wrong. β€” Staying on board offers less crowded attractions and pools.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo cruise tips that sound strange actually work?
QHow can I make the most of dining on a cruise ship?
QWhat are some ways to improve cabin space on a cruise?
QWhy should I consider staying on the ship during port days?
QIs bidding for cabin upgrades a good idea?

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